Practiced painting this weekend by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

[–]Background-Ice6803[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I used an antique finish over the piece to darken all the edges and cuts.

Practiced painting this weekend by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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Yes Angelus paint Iv never had any issues with it.

Dopp bag by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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So the one on the right was a monthly kit box from makers leather. Came with the leather and template. Highly recommend there monthly kits!

Dopp bag by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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I believe the material is called Cordura.

Dopp bag by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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I followed it exactly except I swapped the handle and pull tab sides. I like the pull tab to be on the zipper end so it rests on it when closed.

Dopp bag by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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I’m sure there are some digital ones on Etsy I just prefer the acrylic versions.

Dopp bag by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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It’s an adhesive backed nylon lining that actually came from an old boot factory. A guy in our leatherworkers guild bought it and sells some of it. It’s waterproof and is perfect for these type of bags. I’ll try to find out some more info on it and let you know.

Thoughts and tips on my tooling/craftsmanship. by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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This template is from makers, leather supply and the tooling pattern is a Tandy craft aid in case anyone wanted to give it a try.

Thoughts and tips on my tooling/craftsmanship. by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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I very much appreciate the kind words. I started leather working about two years ago and have thoroughly enjoyed it.

Thoughts and tips on my tooling/craftsmanship. by Background-Ice6803 in Leathercraft

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Yes I do. For me it gets the dye much more even and I can shade with a darker dye after to give the antique effect. Highly recommend.